Welfare Reform/TANF
Despite Critics' Over-Heated Rhetoric, the Economic Recovery Bill Does Not Undermine Welfare Reform
"Some critics...have charged that the TANF provisions of the recovery legislation undermine welfare reform. This criticism mischaracterizes the TANF provisions in the legislation. It also ignores a basic reality — poverty and hardship are rising substantially as a result of the recession, and the number of poor children and families in need is increasing." Read more
Related:
- Overview of the TANF Provisions in the Economic Recovery Act
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Basics
The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant provides federal funds to states for income assistance programs for poor families with children, welfare-to-work efforts, work supports such as child care, and other social services for low-income families. Roughly 4 million Americans receive TANF-funded assistance.
Policy Basics:
- An Introduction to TANF
Featured Experts
The Center conducts research and analysis on federal TANF issues as well as state policy choices and implementation issues. We also provide technical assistance to state policymakers and policy analysts to help states design their TANF programs to reach more eligible families and meet families’ particular needs.
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Podcast: The Safety Net’s Response to the Recession
October 8, 2009
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Testimony: LaDonna Pavetti, Director of Welfare Reform and Income Support, on the Safety Net’s Response to the Recession
October 8, 2009
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Opportunities under the TANF Emergency Fund Created By the Federal Recovery Act
July 29, 2009
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Online Information About Key Low-Income Benefit Programs
Revised April 27, 2009
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Policy Basics: An Introduction to TANF
Revised March 19, 2009
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